Crime Rate in Grove Park: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Grove Park

The total recorded crimes in Grove Park, Lewisham, UK in March 2025 are around 139 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Grove Park crime rate of 2.82 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Grove Park, encompassing approximately 49,250 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (79.17% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (35) incidents (20.69% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (18) incidents (28.57% increase)
Grove Park Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Chinbrook Crescent with total crimes: 9
  • Garden Close with total crimes: 8
  • Charlesfield with total crimes: 7

How safe is Grove Park?

To understand the safety of Grove Park, we need to analyze Grove Park crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Lewisham:

    • In 2024, Grove Park demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewisham average, with 759 crimes compared to 1115.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Grove Park recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Grove Park had fewer crimes than the Lewisham average, with 1,232 crimes compared to 1,934. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Grove Park recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lewisham, Grove Park has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Grove Park Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Grove Park has recorded 139 crimes with crime rate of 2.82 ranking 11th out of 18 in the Lewisham, UK

In 2024, the total Grove Park crimes were 759. The crime rate of Grove Park in 2024 was 15.41 (year) or 1.28 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Lewisham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Grove Park were around 1,232 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.02 (year) or 2.08 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Lewisham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lewisham)CrimesRank (Lewisham)CrimesRank (Lewisham)
Rushey Green279 12,002 13,346 1
Brockley247 21,616 33,087 2
Lewisham Central210 41,653 22,304 5
Deptford236 31,613 42,934 3
Perry Vale210 51,599 52,661 4
Blackheath178 61,231 62,180 6
Downham147 81,128 82,111 7
Hither Green143 101,155 72,051 8
Sydenham154 71,059 101,806 9
Catford South127 131,096 91,805 10
Ladywell144 9862 111,271 17
Bellingham117 15825 141,628 11
Telegraph Hill87 19828 131,441 12
New Cross Gate119 14841 121,424 15
Crofton Park129 12802 151,436 13
Forest Hill107 17785 161,435 14
Lee Green102 18746 181,412 16
Evelyn113 16582 191,181 19

Grove Park Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (35 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (44 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 44 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20259
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20243
August 20246
April 20244

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20255
December 202411
November 20245
October 20247
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 129 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 14.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202514
January 202512
December 202414
November 202421
October 202416
September 202417
August 20242
April 202415

A total of 314 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202543
February 202524
January 202531
December 202431
November 202440
October 202442
September 202444
August 202423
May 20241
April 202435

A total of 28 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246
August 20241
April 20243

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20245
April 20241

A total of 208 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 23.11 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202529
January 202519
December 202421
November 202421
October 202423
September 202422
August 202422
April 202416

A total of 63 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.88 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20256
January 20256
December 20247
November 20247
October 20249
September 202411
August 20246

A total of 43 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20245
November 20248
October 20244
September 20247
August 20244
April 20243

A total of 55 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20256
December 20245
November 20249
October 202410
September 20246
August 20247
April 20241

A total of 25 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20245
August 20241
April 20244

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
November 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Grove Park in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Grove Park postcode area is presented below.

1. Chinbrook Crescent (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
2. Garden Close (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Charlesfield (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
4. Wydeville Manor Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
5. Springwood Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
6. Leafy Oak Road (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Dyneley Road (Map)
Total5
Other crime3
Drugs2
8. Grace Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total5
Burglary2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Meadow Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1

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